Skincare for acne-prone and oily skin — cleansers, exfoliants and treatments that clear breakouts and control oil without stripping the barrier.
The right acne treatment works on the whole breakout, not only the spot you can see. A pimple starts inside the pore. Too much oil and dead skin block it, acne-causing bacteria grow, and the skin around it becomes inflamed. Our salicylic acid routines treat every stage and protect your skin barrier, so your skin doesn't make even more oil.
What is your skin doing right now? Choose the one that bothers you most. We'll show you what to use, and why each product helps.
Active acne means all four stages are happening at once: too much oil, clogged pores, acne-causing bacteria and inflammation. You need something for each stage, without stripping your skin.
AM & PM · CleanseSalicylic Acid Cleanser 2% · R1992% salicylic acid gets inside the pore and dissolves the oil. Aloe calms redness.Shop now →
AM · TreatSalicylic Acid Exfoliant 2% · R149Leave-on salicylic acid clears the pore. Panthenol and allantoin stop it drying you out.Shop now →
AM · ProtectAcne Treatment Day Gel · R199Controls oil. SAP Vitamin C fights acne-causing bacteria.Shop now →
PM · RepairAcne Treatment Night Gel · R299Fights acne-causing bacteria overnight, calms redness and fades new marks.Shop now →
Blackheads and whiteheads are pores plugged with oil and dead skin. Salicylic acid dissolves in oil, so it can get inside the pore and break up the plug. A weekly mask smooths the bumpy texture.
AM & PM · CleanseSalicylic Acid Cleanser 2% · R199Starts clearing the pore every time you wash.Shop now →AM · TreatSalicylic Acid Exfoliant 2% · R149Leave-on 2% salicylic acid dissolves the plug.Shop now →
Once a weekGlow Up Face Mask · R250Three gentle acids lift dead skin and refine pores. Not for dry skin.Shop now →
Stripping oily skin makes it produce more oil, so balance it instead. Use a gentle cleanser made for oily skin, a salicylic acid exfoliant to keep the extra oil from clogging your pores, and a light gel moisturiser.
AM & PM · CleanseHemp Seed Cleanser for Oily Skin · R299Hemp seed oil helps regulate oil. Papaya enzyme unclogs pores. Won't clog pores.Shop now →AM · TreatSalicylic Acid Exfoliant 2% · R149Salicylic acid clears oil from inside the pore before it becomes a blackhead.Shop now →AM · MoisturiseAcne Treatment Day Gel · R199Balances oil and refines pores. A light gel, never greasy.Shop now →
If harsh acne face washes and products have left your skin tight and flaky, your barrier is damaged. A damaged barrier makes more oil and more breakouts. Cleanse gently, keep treating the acne, and repair the barrier with ceramides.
AM & PM · CleanseOats, Honey & Rose Water Cleanser · R299Honey, oats and rose water clean without stripping. Won't clog pores.Shop now →AM · TreatAcne Treatment Day Gel · R199Fights acne-causing bacteria without drying out your skin.Shop now →PM · TreatAcne Treatment Night Gel · R299Glycerin and aloe keep skin hydrated while it clears.Shop now →
AM & PM · RepairCeramide Barrier Support Cream · R299Ceramides, oats and niacinamide rebuild the barrier and ease tightness. Apply on top of the gels.Shop now →
Breakouts on the jaw and chin that flare with your cycle often start inside your body. Treat them on the skin, support your skin from inside, and protect your barrier so it doesn't react with more oil.
Morning · InsideAcne Supplement · R199Helps control excess oil and hormonal flare-ups from within. Take for 10 weeks, then pause for 2.Shop now →AM & PM · CleanseSalicylic Acid Cleanser 2% · R199Keeps the pores along your jaw clear.Shop now →PM · TreatAcne Treatment Night Gel · R299Calms and clears breakouts overnight.Shop now →AM & PM · ProtectCeramide Barrier Support Cream · R299Keeps your barrier strong so hormonal oil doesn't turn into more pimples.Shop now →
Skin on your back and chest is thicker and has more oil glands, and sweat and tight clothing trap oil. A spray gets salicylic acid onto areas you can't easily reach. Once the breakouts clear, fade the marks they leave.
After shower or gymSalicylic Acid Body Acne Spray · R299Salicylic acid clears clogged pores on your back, chest and shoulders. Leave it on. Start every second day.Shop now →
Night · Fade marksBody Brightener · R399Tranexamic acid, alpha arbutin and licorice fade the dark marks body acne leaves behind.Shop now →
On melanin-rich skin, inflammation often leaves a dark mark behind. Stop new breakouts first, then fade the marks gently. Wear SPF 50 every day, or the marks will get darker.
PM · FadeAcne Treatment Night Gel · R299Alpha arbutin, licorice, niacinamide and SAP Vitamin C even out post-acne marks over several weeks.Shop now →AM · ProtectAcne Treatment Day Gel · R199SAP Vitamin C brightens marks and protects your skin from daily damage.Shop now →Acne is triggered by hormones, genetics, stress and pore-clogging products. Whatever the trigger, every pimple goes through the same four stages, so an acne treatment that works needs to cover all four. NHS: causes of acne
Your oil glands go into overdrive and make more oil than your skin needs.
Oil and dead skin form a plug, which shows up as a blackhead or whitehead.
Acne-causing bacteria multiply inside the blocked pore.
The skin around the pore turns red, swollen and sore. This is the pimple you see.
On melanin-rich skin, a healed pimple often leaves a dark mark that can last for months.
Harsh acne face washes and products damage your skin barrier. Your skin then makes more oil to make up for it, and you break out again. A ceramide moisturiser protects the barrier while your acne treatment works.
Start slowly. Use the cleanser three times a week and the exfoliant every second day, and build up to daily as your skin gets used to them. Salicylic acid makes your skin more sensitive to the sun, so wear SPF 50 every day.
Salicylic Acid Cleanser 2%Dissolves the oil inside the pore. Aloe calms redness.R199View →Salicylic Acid Exfoliant 2%Leave-on BHA. Clears blackheads and whiteheads.R149View →Acne Treatment Day GelControls oil. SAP Vitamin C fights acne-causing bacteria and fades marks.R199View →Ceramide Barrier Support CreamProtects your barrier so your skin doesn't overproduce oil. Most useful for dry or tight skin.R299View →Three gentle acids smooth rough texture and help keep pores clear. For oily and combination skin, not dry or sensitive skin.
One capsule each morning to help control oil and hormonal flare-ups. This is a supplement, not a medicine, so check with your doctor first.
Everything in the routine above, plus the acne supplement and a clinical guide, so you can treat acne from the inside and the outside.
Clearing the pimples is only part of the job. Dark marks on the face, breakouts on the back and the marks they leave on the body each need a different product.
Once the breakouts have stopped, fade the dark marks they left behind. On melanin-rich skin, these marks often last longer than the pimples did.
Spray salicylic acid onto your back, chest and shoulders after a shower or workout, and leave it on. If the bumps itch and all look the same, it may be fungal acne, so see a doctor first.
Healed breakouts on the back and chest can leave dark marks. Tranexamic acid, alpha arbutin and licorice fade them overnight. Suitable for skin prone to post-acne marks.
On melanin-rich skin the dark mark often lasts longer than the pimple. Anything that inflames or irritates your skin can leave a dark patch behind, so gentle products used every day work better than harsh ones.
What really causes acne, how to build an acne treatment routine that works, and the mistakes that keep breakouts coming back. For teens and adults.
Look for salicylic acid, which dissolves oil inside the pore, plus a light gel moisturiser that controls oil without clogging pores. Avoid harsh face washes that strip your skin, because stripped skin makes more oil.
Most acne ingredients take several weeks of daily use before you see the full result. A common reason acne comes back is stopping the routine as soon as your skin looks better.
Some people break out a little at first while trapped oil and dead skin clear out. Build up slowly: the cleanser three times a week and the exfoliant every second day, so your skin stays calm while it adjusts.
Yes. When oily skin is stripped, it often makes more oil. The Day and Night Gels hydrate without clogging pores. If your skin feels tight, add a ceramide cream on top.
Yes. These salicylic acid products include soothing ingredients (aloe, panthenol, allantoin) so they don't over-dry, and irritation is what causes dark marks. Patch test first, and wear SPF every day.
Use a salicylic acid body spray on your back, chest and shoulders after a shower or workout, and leave it on. If the bumps itch and all look the same, see a doctor, as it may be fungal acne.
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A quick-acting body spray that clears clogged pores and body breakouts with Salicylic Acid, soothed by Panthenol and Allantoin — ideal post-shower, post-workout or on the go. Best for: all skin types with body acne.
The ultimate safety glide for microneedling that doubles as your daily hydration booster. Formulated with a pure, dual-weight hyaluronic acid complex to deliver effortless needle slip and instant hydration. 100% free from fragrance, essential oils, and harsh actives—protecting your temporary skin barrier from irritation and micro-tearing. Pairs well with our Ceramide Barrier Support Cream.
A professional-strength weekly mask that smooths texture, unclogs pores and brightens uneven tone using a balanced blend of Lactic Acid, Gluconolactone and Glycolic Acid — resurfacing while keeping skin comfortable. Best for: normal, oily and combination skin (not for dry or sensitive skin).
A gentle cleanser made for oily skin that balances oil, clears blemishes and soothes irritation — with Hemp Seed Oil, Aloe and Papaya enzyme. Best for: oily, normal and combination skin (non-comedogenic).
A professional 3% Glycolic Acid toner that sweeps away dullness for a glass-skin glow — brightening dark marks and refining pores without harming the barrier. Best for: normal, combination and oily skin (safe for skin of colour).
A colourless, odourless, ultra-light facial oil that hydrates skin and smooths hair with no greasy feel — and a gentle way to rebuild the barrier after microneedling. Best for: all skin types and all hair.
A science-based 45-page ebook that explains the real causes of acne and how to manage breakouts with the right skincare strategy. Learn to build an effective routine and avoid common mistakes. For teenagers and adults with acne-prone skin.
Take control of hormonal flare-ups with 100% pure Neem (Azadirachta indica). This vegan supplement helps clear spots, blackheads and clogged pores by managing excess oil and internal “heat” from the inside out. Best for: teenagers and adults with hormonal breakouts.
A complete 7-piece acne system that targets the root causes of breakouts — oil, clogged pores, bacteria and inflammation — and fades the dark marks left behind, without stripping the barrier. Includes 5 topicals, a skin supplement and the Acne Unmasked guide.
A professional-strength 2% BHA cleanser that travels inside the pore to dissolve the oil and debris behind congestion — balanced with Aloe so it clears without stripping. Best for: all skin types, especially oily and breakout-prone.
A leave-on 2% BHA that travels deep into the pore to dissolve trapped oil and dead skin — clearing pimples, blackheads and whiteheads at the source, balanced with Panthenol so it won’t leave skin dry or flaky. Best for: all skin types.
A fast-absorbing day gel that interrupts the daytime acne cycle — controlling oil, calming inflammation and fading marks — without clogging pores or stripping the barrier. Best for: oily, combination and acne-prone skin.
A lightweight night gel that clears, calms and corrects acne-prone skin while you sleep — controlling oil, fighting acne bacteria, calming redness and fading post-acne marks. Best for: oily, combination and breakout-prone skin.
